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RUTH BONNEVILLE / WINNIPEG FREE PRESS LOCAL STDUP- Variety Ariel, in grade 5 at Heritage School, checks out her freshly-painted face during event Tuesday. Variety, the Childrenճ Charity of Manitoba partners with RBC Convention Centre for their biggest event ever as they host over 1100 kids from 8 inner city schools to a Winter Wonderland event Tuesday. This yearճ one day event is the bigger than in the previous 6 years! The holiday themed, Winter Wonderland, event included a hot nutritious meal, entertainment including visit with Santa Claus, and a gift bag for every child containing useful items like mittens or toques, snacks and a toy. Nov 21st,, 2023